Chinese Beef and Broccoli
Experience the delight of homemade Chinese Beef and Broccoli, a quick and healthy dinner option that brings the flavors of your favorite take-out right to your kitchen. This savory dish features tender beef paired with vibrant broccoli, all coated in a rich sauce made from simple ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe is not only delicious but also offers a nutritious alternative to traditional take-out meals. Plus, it’s easy to customize with your choice of proteins or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb flank steak (or chicken/turkey)
- 1 head of broccoli
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda (Optional)
- 2 tablespoons dry apple juice
- 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar (or white sugar)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons ginger, minced
Instructions
- Marinate the thinly sliced beef with soy sauce, peanut oil, and cornstarch for 10 minutes.
- Combine chicken stock, soy sauce, and brown sugar in a bowl to prepare the sauce.
- Steam broccoli until tender and set aside.
- In a hot skillet, cook marinated beef until lightly charred, then add garlic and ginger.
- Stir in steamed broccoli and pour in the prepared sauce; cook until thickened.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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